Trabzonspor Explore Sensational Move for Karim Benzema
Trabzonspor have opened talks for Karim Benzema as their negotiations with Al Hilal for Darwin Nunez remain stalled.
Trabzonspor are actively exploring a move for French striker Karim Benzema. Following a lack of progress in negotiations with Al Hilal regarding a potential deal for Darwin Nunez, the Turkish side has received a direct offer to sign the former Real Madrid star instead.
Official discussions between Trabzonspor and Benzema's representatives have now commenced, as the club hierarchy evaluates the feasibility of the transfer. These talks are running parallel to the ongoing, separate negotiations with Al Hilal, which have yet to reach a breakthrough.
Should the deal materialize, Benzema would join a revamped squad that recently secured the signing of Mohamed Salah. Salah moved to Trabzonspor on a free transfer on August 6, 2026, after his contract with Liverpool expired. The club has also added Cape Verde star Sidny Lopes Cabral and re-signed goalkeeper Andre Onana on a second consecutive season-long loan.
Benzema's profile, built on his legendary tenure at Real Madrid and his time in the Saudi Pro League with Al-Ittihad and Al Hilal, makes him a high-profile target. The club is now focused on navigating the administrative details of the negotiation before the transfer window closes, with further clarity expected after upcoming meetings with the player's camp.